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Which of the following did the US government attempt to do during World War I? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following did the US government attempt to do during World War I? (Select all that apply)
- Raise the level of participation in elections
- Increase public sympathy for the Germans
- Convince people to conserve resources (correct)
- Return the nation to a policy of neutrality
Which of the following is most characteristic of a country run by anarchists?
Which of the following is most characteristic of a country run by anarchists?
- The country would exclude immigrants.
- The country would have no organized government. (correct)
- The country would have no enemies.
- The country would eliminate private property.
President Wilson's Fourteen Points were largely unsuccessful in bringing about lasting peace because
President Wilson's Fourteen Points were largely unsuccessful in bringing about lasting peace because
- European countries could no longer use secret agreements to settle disputes.
- Germany refused to accept any agreement based on the Fourteen Points.
- The Allies were more concerned with punishment and restitution than with peace. (correct)
- The League of Nations had a strong rivalry between its members.
In the Fourteen Points, Woodrow Wilson advocated for diplomacy over violence by seeking to prohibit
In the Fourteen Points, Woodrow Wilson advocated for diplomacy over violence by seeking to prohibit
During World War I, if an artist published an editorial cartoon criticizing the American entry into the war, that artist was guilty of
During World War I, if an artist published an editorial cartoon criticizing the American entry into the war, that artist was guilty of
A form of rebellion specifically for women during the Jazz Age was
A form of rebellion specifically for women during the Jazz Age was
Which of the following best describes the main effect of the draft between 1917 and 1919?
Which of the following best describes the main effect of the draft between 1917 and 1919?
The year 1917 was important for the Wright Brothers because
The year 1917 was important for the Wright Brothers because
Which event occurred on November 11, 1918?
Which event occurred on November 11, 1918?
Why were some Serbians and Bosnians angry with Austria-Hungary in 1914?
Why were some Serbians and Bosnians angry with Austria-Hungary in 1914?
Which best classifies the works of African American writers during the Harlem Renaissance?
Which best classifies the works of African American writers during the Harlem Renaissance?
The Harlem Renaissance celebrated the culture and artistic achievements of which group?
The Harlem Renaissance celebrated the culture and artistic achievements of which group?
Which sentence best describes the influence of alliances on the start of World War I?
Which sentence best describes the influence of alliances on the start of World War I?
Why did the entertainment industry grow significantly after World War I?
Why did the entertainment industry grow significantly after World War I?
Advances in communications technology affected World War I by allowing for
Advances in communications technology affected World War I by allowing for
The Harlem Renaissance helped bridge cultural divides between which groups?
The Harlem Renaissance helped bridge cultural divides between which groups?
Which best describes an overall effect of the Harlem Renaissance?
Which best describes an overall effect of the Harlem Renaissance?
How were many victims of the Palmer Raids treated?
How were many victims of the Palmer Raids treated?
Which of the following resulted from the death of President McKinley in 1901?
Which of the following resulted from the death of President McKinley in 1901?
Which statement best explains how going to work affected women during and after World War I?
Which statement best explains how going to work affected women during and after World War I?
After the United States declared war on Germany, approximately how long did it take for over a million American troops to arrive in Europe?
After the United States declared war on Germany, approximately how long did it take for over a million American troops to arrive in Europe?
What new form of entertainment helped to popularize ragtime and jazz in the early 1900s?
What new form of entertainment helped to popularize ragtime and jazz in the early 1900s?
Why did Russia send troops to the border of Austria-Hungary in 1914?
Why did Russia send troops to the border of Austria-Hungary in 1914?
During World War I, the main goal of the US government agency that created war posters was
During World War I, the main goal of the US government agency that created war posters was
At the end of World War I, which of the following caused the greatest damage to President Wilson's legacy?
At the end of World War I, which of the following caused the greatest damage to President Wilson's legacy?
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Study Notes
World War I Efforts and Policies
- During WWI, the US government aimed to convince citizens to conserve resources.
- The US faced challenges in maintaining neutrality while gaining public support for the war.
- The draft significantly enlarged the American armed forces, enhancing military capability.
Anarchism and Governance
- Anarchist states are characterized by the absence of organized government and leadership.
Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points
- President Wilson's Fourteen Points focused on promoting diplomacy without secret agreements.
- They failed because Allies prioritized punishment over peace agreements with Germany.
Cultural Movements
- The Harlem Renaissance celebrated African American culture, influencing both black and white communities.
- African American literature during this period primarily included fiction and poetry reflecting the African American experience.
Women's Roles and Independence
- The Jazz Age saw women embracing independence, with trends like cutting their hair symbolizing rebellion.
- Working during WWI led many women to gain newfound independence and pursue diverse job opportunities.
Allied Relations and War Dynamics
- The alliance system in Europe meant that conflict between two countries could draw in multiple nations.
- Russia’s troop deployment in 1914 was linked to its alliance with Serbia against Austria-Hungary's aggression.
Social and Political Consequences of World War I
- Sedition laws punished those who criticized the war effort, illustrating tensions around free expression.
- The Anarchist Exclusion Act of 1901 arose as a reaction to President McKinley’s assassination.
Entertainment in the Post-War Era
- Radio emerged as a key medium for popularizing cultural movements like ragtime and jazz.
- Economic hardships post-war amplified the need for escapism through entertainment, enhancing its growth.
Legacy of World War I
- The US never joining the League of Nations was a significant blow to President Wilson’s legacy following the war.
- Public sentiment during the war was shaped by government campaigns aimed at boosting support for the military effort.
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